Old Met Opera Faces Massive Funding Battle at Lincoln Center
The Metropolitan Opera fights to save its 1883 home amid calls for $8 to $14 million in modernization and an overall $16 to $26 million effort. Supporters have raised $200,000, while critics question the value of preserving a historic but aging venue and the broader cultural costs of rising prices and contracts.
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Lincoln Center
New York City
Sears
Met
Germany
America
20 Year Plan for Settling Labor Disputes Revisited
David Lawrence reflects on the Laguar dia plan for a U S Industrial Court to arbitrate labor disputes when negotiations fail. The piece argues Congress has not acted though strikes cause losses, urging public pressure to back a bipartisan settlement and enforceable rulings.
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Washington
Congress
Senate
House
Sam Gompers
American Federation of Labor
Florello Laguardia
New York City
MR. Laguardia
German High Command claims annihilation of 22nd Army
The German High command announced a pincer encirclement behind the front lines where 40,000 Russians were killed and 30,000 captured in days of fighting. A new destroyer to be launched at Consolidated Steel Co in Orange Texas in September 1942 will be named for the late John H. Aulick USN a Winchester native. Citizens from Frederick County and Winchester urged Gov Stuart to appoint a qualified judge for the vacancy in the 17th Judicial Circuit created by Thomas W Harrison’s resignation. A severe wind and hail storm damaged orchards and corn in Stephens City and southern county areas.
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Consolidated Steel Co
Orange
Tex
John H. Aulick
USN
Winchester
Mary Katherine Aulick
S. Braddock St
Frederick County
Stuart
17Th Judicial Circuit
Thomas W. Harrison
Stephens City
Gradual Healing in the Gospel Story by Earl L L Douglas
A meditation on Jesus healing a blind man in stages. The first touch yields hazy sight seeing men as trees walking, a second touch brings clearer understanding of gospel principles and duty. Do not be discouraged by initial doubt as revelation often comes gradually.
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Jesus
Christ
Two of Everything Rest on Office Desks and Chairs
HAL BOYLE argues the two of everything ideal extends to the office where a single desk and chair feel like failure. He suggests a second desk and swivel chair reduce chaos, improve focus, and prevent fatigue in modern business.
Albino Incidence Among San Blas Indians
A portion of San Blas Indians in the Caribbean shows albino traits with estimates around seven per thousand. The text notes rare genetic absence of dark pigmentation affecting this community.
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San Blas
Doctor Answers Questions About Dental Troubles
Dental floss technique should control only an inch or two at a time and avoid hard gum contact. For persistent food between teeth, tie a loose knot to pull through embrasures. Denture care includes brushing daily, weekly whitening soaks, and semiannual professional cleanings to minimize odor from materials and foods like onions.
How's Your IQ Daily Scoring Guide and Sample Questions
A test feature describes scoring by daily correct answers from 9 to 10 as Memory Genius and lower bands as Very Superior Excellent Good. It instructs turning to page 2 for answers listing questions about Catherine the Great, treacle, treason, kettle drums, time zones, Gettysburg, Allied Italy, and a yawl tool.
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Denver
Gettysburg
Italy
Bank of England
Ae Ropers
Nixon's Congressional Power Base Behind 1968 Bid
The article argues Nixon's strong GOP congressional backing gives him an edge for the 1968 nomination. It compares Nixon's preconvention strategy to Goldwater's 1964 approach, noting Nixon’s moderate image and eight years as Eisenhower’s VP. It contends party leaders would rally to Nixon at the convention and shape the Viet Nam debate.
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House
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Barry Goldwater
Goldwater
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Johnson
Viet Nam
Nam
Humility as Path to Strength Admits Mistakes
Quote attributed to John J. McCloy on humility guiding strength and self-respect. It says admitting errors and making amends reflects true honor rather than pride.
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John J. McCloy
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